In the postwar highrise canyon of North Sheridan Road, four surviving early 20th century homes could take a step toward city landmark status this week.
John Paulett and Judy Floodstrand's new hardcover book explores architecture that is no longer with us, but also forgotten city ephemera like the three-wheeled motorcycles once used by Chicago police.
Happy Birthday, Marina City! The architectural tour de force turned 50 this week. We celebrate with some vintage '60s footage of the city-within-a-city.
Oak Woods Cemetery: Behind the heavy, gray barrier is one of the most striking urban spaces in Chicago -183 acres of gentle lawns, winding lanes and a quartet of lakes, all planned with order and beauty.
The Commission on Chicago Landmarks voted to grant preliminary landmark status to the former Prentice Hospital – then decided hours later to rescind the designation.
